Special Board Meeting

1. Mission
Board President

The mission of the Big Walnut Local Schools is to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential.


2. President
Board President
  • Call to Order
  • Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
  • Pledge of Allegiance 

Minutes

  • 23-134 Motion by Mr. Crowl to approve the agenda, seconded by Mr. Fujii.
    • VOTE 5 yes - vote passed 5/0

Motioned: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

3. Roll Call
Board President

Minutes

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

4. Board Members Items of Interest
Board President

5. Executive Session
Board President

Minutes

  • The Board entered Executive Session at 4:07 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

5.1 23-135

It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to discuss details relative to the security arrangements and emergency response protocols for the Board of Education and to consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy, production techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development assistance, or to negotiations with other political subdivisions respecting requests for economic development assistance, to consider the employment of a public employee or official, and to confer with an attorney for the Board of Education concerning disputes involving the Board that are the subject of pending or imminent court action.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

6. Business Items

6.1 23-136
Mr. Ryan McLane

It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between HR Imaging Partners, Inc. and Big Walnut Local School District.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7. Human Resources
Mr. Ryan McLane, Superintendent

All HR items are pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation.


7.1 23-137

It is recommended the Board approve one-year limited contract, BA step 0, for the following long-term substitute to remain in effect through the completion of the current long-term assignment:

  • Zachary Chucta, PRE Intervention Specialist, effective April 11, 2023

Minutes

Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.2 23-138

It is recommended the Board approve the following Eagle Extension stipends ($168 each) for the 2022/2023 school year:

  • Jody Grieger, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Tuesdays)
  • Jennifer Barr, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Tuesdays)
  • Angela Keller, GRE Maketspace
  • Angela Keller, GRE Lego Club
  • Mike Denton, BWI Flyers (Tuesdays)
  • Molly Fortune, BWI Yoga & Mindful Relaxation (Thursdays)
  • Mike Stone, BWI Chess Club (Fridays)
  • Mike Wion, BWI Chess Club (Fridays)

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.3 23-139

It is recommended the Board approve the attached administrative contracts.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.4 23-140

It is recommended the Board approve the attached certified contracts.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.5 23-141

It is recommended the Board approve the resignation of Tara Shelby, GRE Office Assistant, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year, pending approval as BWHS General Secretary II, beginning the 2023/2024 school year.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member  X
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member  X
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.6 23-142

It is recommended the Board approve a 220-day classified contract for Tara Shelby, BWHS General Secretary II, current step and contract remain in effect.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member  X
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member  X
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.7 23-143

It is recommended the Board approve a two-year 225-day administrative contract for Paul Hershberger, BWHS Assistant Principal, $96,000 annual salary, effective the 2023/2024 school year.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

7.8 23-144

It is recommended the Board approve the following one-year certified contracts for the 2023/2024 school year:

  • Amanda Citro, BWHS Intervention Specialist, BA step 0
  • Ashley Nussen, School Counselor, Elementary Building TBD, MA step 6*

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX  

8. Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Board President

Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
            June 15, 2023
            6:30 pm
            District Administrative Office      
Streaming will be made available on the District website.                 

Minutes

June 15 630


9. 23-145 Adjourn
Board President

It is recommended the meeting adjourn.

Minutes

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Mr. Todd Smith, Board MemberX